If a
tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly and brake gradually to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
Replace the flat
tire with the compact spare
tire or use the temporary repair kit to temporarily repair the tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size
tire repaired or replaced.
- Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slippery surface and set the parking brake.
- Automatic transmission/Continuously variable transmission models:
Shift to Park (P).
- Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
Vehicles with temporary
tire repair kit:
If the
tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the vehicle towed. If the
tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can use the temporary
tire repair kit so you can drive to the nearest service station for a more permanent repair.
If a
tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
- Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slippery surface and set the parking brake.
- Shift to Park (P).
- Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
The kit should not be used in the following situations. Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance to have the vehicle towed.
- The
tire sealant has expired.
- More than one
tire is punctured.
- The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4mm).
- The
tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is outside the contact area.
- Damage has been caused by driving with the
tires extremely under inflated.
- The
tire bead in no longer seated.
- The rim is damaged.
Note: Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If a different agent is used, you may permanently damage the
tire pressure sensor.